1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Giulia | 75 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |